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Glasgow Science Festival: Women’s Transforming Role in the Home

Reflections of Play is a new display curated by Ruby Davidson, a University of Glasgow student. Located in Kelvin Hall's Avenue, the exhibit features a furnished 1930s Dolls' House.

Glasgow Science Festival: Women’s Transforming Role in the Home

About Glasgow Science Festival: Women’s Transforming Role in the Home

6th Jun 2024 to 16th Jun 2024
Mon to Fri 6am - 10pm / Sat 8am - 6pm / Sun 8am - 8pm
Kelvin Hall
1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow West End G3 8AW
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Visitors are invited to explore each room, considering their own homes and how play can reflect our uniquely diverse life experiences.

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